Computer Applications Adjunct instructors

Salary : $28.00 Hourly

Location : Laredo, TX 78040

Job Type : Part-Time (19 hours or less per week)

Job Number : 00779

Division : Community Education

Department : Continuing Education

Opening Date : 10 / 24 / 2025

Pay Grade : Adjunct Hourly Faculty

Duties and Responsibilities

Application Pool Notice

Laredo College continuously accepts applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors to create a pool of candidates for each session / semester. Applications will be reviewed and positions will be filled based on department needs. Applications received for this pool will remain active for one year.

Position Requirements

Upon employment, candidate must reside in the state of Texas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Computer Applications Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for providing high-quality instruction and ensuring effective teaching and learning in courses such as Computer Applications, Web-Based Applications, Microsoft Excel (introductory through advanced), Keyboarding, and Introduction to Hardware and Software through the Continuing Education Department. This role involves developing and adapting course curricula to meet program outcomes, preparing comprehensive lesson plans and instructional materials, and maintaining accurate records, including attendance and grading. The instructor must create an engaging and supportive learning environment, fostering student participation and motivation through interactive teaching methods, hands-on practice, and real-world applications.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop course / program curriculum to address the particular area of instruction via face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid courses

2. Provide instruction in the following content areas : Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, web-based applications such as Google Docs, Googel Sheets, Microsoft 365 Online.

3. Prepare tailored course documentation such as lesson plan, courses syllabi, assignments, quizzes / exams, and Course Verification Forms.

4. Follow daily lesson plans to ensure quality, consistency, and uniformity of instruction and student conduct

5. Adapt to different teaching styles to accommodate to the population and teaching modes such as face-to-face, virtual, and hybrid

6. Keep accurate attendance records and submit required continuing education class documents in a timely manner

7. Provide students with information about the goals and requirements of each course, the nature of the course content, and the methods of evaluation to be employed, including required classroom behavior

8. Measure each student's progress through the use of written exams or performance assessments essential to mastery of unit objectives. Inform students of course progression and provide supplemental materials and / or instruction when necessary

9. Be responsible for the efficient and safe operation, care, and appearance of assigned equipment, classroom / lab, and all other teaching materials

10. Must be able to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality by following FERPA standards.

11. Work a flexible schedule as determined by instructional activities and course enrollment

12. Participate in training activities as needed by the department

13. Performs other related duties assigned by the Director, Dean, Associate Provost / Strategic & Collaborative Partnerships, Provost / Vice-President of Academic Affairs, or President

Qualifications / Certifications / Licenses / Skills

NOTICE : Required Documents

To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license / certificate.

Required :

• Associate's Degree in Computer Technology or closely related field.
• Three (3) years of professional work experience in the area of Computer Technology, specifically in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Preferred :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Additional Information

Supervision Received

Director of Continuing Education, Workforce Development Coordinators or Specialists

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Safety

Required to work safely and follow safety rules.

Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.

Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Special Conditions

Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.

May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.

May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.

EEO Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices.

Foreign Degrees

Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service. http : / / tea.texas.gov / Texas_Educators / Certification / Out-of-state_Certification / Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services / http : / / www.naces.org / members.htm

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Non-Benefit Eligible position.

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Laredo College requires a background check for all positions which means a Criminal Background Check andreferences are required. Are you willing to have such checks conducted in order to be considered for employment?

02

Do you have the required education as stated in the job description?

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Do you have the required experience as per the job description?

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Do you meet the qualifications as stated in the job description?

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Do you have a valid State Driver's License?

Required Question